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Story Time for Girls (Kindergarten through school-age)
Story Time for Girls (Kindergarten through school-age)
Get ready for an adventure! On April 26th, the library transforms into a wonderland of Girl Scout magic! Join the electrifying Katey, a community engagement superstar from Girl Scouts of Eastern PA, for a storytime that will ignite your imagination! Prepare to be captivated by thrilling tales as Katey reads aloud two or three incredible books. Then, unleash your inner artist with a super-fun craft! But that's not all! We'll gather 'round an amazing inflatable campfire and belt out classic camp songs that will have you dancing and singing along! This is your chance, elementary school girls, to discover the jaw-dropping, life-changing opportunities that await you in Girl Scouts! Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! Time TBA.
Get ready for an adventure! On April 26th, the library transforms into a wonderland of Girl Scout magic! Join the electrifying Katey, a community engagement superstar from Girl Scouts of Eastern PA, for a storytime that will ignite your imagination! Prepare to be captivated by thrilling tales as Katey reads aloud two or three incredible books. Then, unleash your inner artist with a super-fun craft! But that's not all! We'll gather 'round an amazing inflatable campfire and belt out classic camp songs that will have you dancing and singing along! This is your chance, elementary school girls, to discover the jaw-dropping, life-changing opportunities that await you in Girl Scouts! Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience! Time TBA.
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Donald Owens Reading Incentive Program
Donald Owens Reading Incentive Program
February 18 - May 31
February 18 - May 31
For every 10 books you read, you'll receive a raffle ticket for a drawing on May 31st. There are four $25 cash prizes awarded to the lucky winners. Simply bring a list of the titles you've read to our librarians to claim your raffle ticket. This program is open to everyone!
For every 10 books you read, you'll receive a raffle ticket for a drawing on May 31st. There are four $25 cash prizes awarded to the lucky winners. Simply bring a list of the titles you've read to our librarians to claim your raffle ticket. This program is open to everyone!
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Do you have a baby, toddler, or preschool child? If so, stop into the library and pick up your folder of information about this special early literacy program. Simply jot down the titles of each book that is read to your child. You don't need to be a member of our library to participate, but membership is free to residents and only $20 for non-residents. The goal is to read 1000 books before your child enters kindergarten. YOU CAN DO IT! You can enroll at any time. If your child starts kindergarten next year, enroll now! Remember, you record the titles of the books that are read no matter who reads them. No child is too young! Special mini-goals are celebrated with incentives!
Do you have a baby, toddler, or preschool child? If so, stop into the library and pick up your folder of information about this special early literacy program. Simply jot down the titles of each book that is read to your child. You don't need to be a member of our library to participate, but membership is free to residents and only $20 for non-residents. The goal is to read 1000 books before your child enters kindergarten. YOU CAN DO IT! You can enroll at any time. If your child starts kindergarten next year, enroll now! Remember, you record the titles of the books that are read no matter who reads them. No child is too young! Special mini-goals are celebrated with incentives!
Thanks to the Rotary Club of Slatington for granting us the start-up money for this exciting early literacy program. Reading to children increases their speaking and listening vocabulary and establishes a positive relationship with books.
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Dr. Seuss's Birthday Party...
Dr. Seuss's Birthday Party...
was a huge success! Thanks, Mrs. George, for sharing your amazing talent! Thanks to our party organizer, Renee Evans, to everyone who helped and donated snacks for our goodie bags, and to our patrons and friends for bringing their children. We appreciate those who supported our current 50/50 Money Raffle and we signed up 2 more children in our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. We love being your HAPPY PLACE!
was a huge success! Thanks, Mrs. George, for sharing your amazing talent! Thanks to our party organizer, Renee Evans, to everyone who helped and donated snacks for our goodie bags, and to our patrons and friends for bringing their children. We appreciate those who supported our current 50/50 Money Raffle and we signed up 2 more children in our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program. We love being your HAPPY PLACE!
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Library-sponsored Garden Trip:
Library-sponsored Garden Trip:
June 11 and 12.
June 11 and 12.
This overnight trip will take you to the U.S. Botanical Gardens in Washington, D.C. , Mount Vernon, Monticello, and Montpelier Gardens. If you are interested in hearing more, contact the library at 610-767-6461.
This overnight trip will take you to the U.S. Botanical Gardens in Washington, D.C. , Mount Vernon, Monticello, and Montpelier Gardens. If you are interested in hearing more, contact the library at 610-767-6461.
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ANNUAL FUND DRIVE:
ANNUAL FUND DRIVE:
IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO DONATE!
IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO DONATE!
Donating is easier than ever.
Donating is easier than ever.
Connect directly to PayPal using the link.
Connect directly to PayPal using the link.
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=JS6LN8A7GCE6U
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Our library is now resource-sharing with Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Bangor, and Monroe County. That's good news for us! Resource-sharing opens up the world of library collections to library patrons, enabling them to request whatever they want or need. It saves libraries money by reducing the need to purchase materials; libraries share them with each other instead. And our members still have access to all the libraries in our consortium without ever leaving Slatington!
Our library is now resource-sharing with Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, Bangor, and Monroe County. That's good news for us! Resource-sharing opens up the world of library collections to library patrons, enabling them to request whatever they want or need. It saves libraries money by reducing the need to purchase materials; libraries share them with each other instead. And our members still have access to all the libraries in our consortium without ever leaving Slatington!
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GRANTS
GRANTS
We are grateful recipients of $20,000, awarded by the Harry C. Trexler Trust (2024). This grant will enable us to replace almost all of the computers used by our patrons. Our current computers can no longer be upgraded and this replacement is really necessary.
We are grateful recipients of $20,000, awarded by the Harry C. Trexler Trust (2024). This grant will enable us to replace almost all of the computers used by our patrons. Our current computers can no longer be upgraded and this replacement is really necessary.
Thanks to the Hommer Grant (2024) for awarding us $7,500 to repair water damage in the back of our building. The total cost of this repair was $12,150. The remainder of the cost was paid through a grant from BEFESA (2024).
Thanks to the Hommer Grant (2024) for awarding us $7,500 to repair water damage in the back of our building. The total cost of this repair was $12,150. The remainder of the cost was paid through a grant from BEFESA (2024).
Many thanks to the Rotary Club of Slatington for their 2024 grant of $1500. This money will help us kick off our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program. We are very excited about this early literacy incentive program.
Many thanks to the Rotary Club of Slatington for their 2024 grant of $1500. This money will help us kick off our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program. We are very excited about this early literacy incentive program.
We are grateful to Mickley Fravel for their 2024 grant of $4,500 which is being used to renew our SPARK (online catalog) subscription and support the library's free programs and ongoing operational expenses.
We are grateful to Mickley Fravel for their 2024 grant of $4,500 which is being used to renew our SPARK (online catalog) subscription and support the library's free programs and ongoing operational expenses.
We are also grateful to the following grants, foundations, and donors for contributing to our elevator project:
We are also grateful to the following grants, foundations, and donors for contributing to our elevator project:
Hommer Grant, Trexler Foundation Grants 2020 and 2022, GoFundMe 2020, Horsehead 2020 and 2022. and 2023 Century Club Donations. Additionally, we have received funds from other local organizations, most notably The Second Chance Shoppe of Slatington. We have also received a generous contribution from Rentschler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. The generosity of all our donors is very much appreciated.
Hommer Grant, Trexler Foundation Grants 2020 and 2022, GoFundMe 2020, Horsehead 2020 and 2022. and 2023 Century Club Donations. Additionally, we have received funds from other local organizations, most notably The Second Chance Shoppe of Slatington. We have also received a generous contribution from Rentschler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. The generosity of all our donors is very much appreciated.
The Harry C. Trexler Trust 2023 ($25,000) was used to repaint our ceiling and restore the skylight. The family of John Kisthardt, a long-standing member of our board who passed away in November of 2021, also contributed $5000 to this project in his memory. The restoration of the skylight was a dream of his. A Middle School student, Phoenix Jacob, established a GOFUNDME page which contributed $903.22 to the skylight project. The total cost of the skylight project was $28,500.
The Harry C. Trexler Trust 2023 ($25,000) was used to repaint our ceiling and restore the skylight. The family of John Kisthardt, a long-standing member of our board who passed away in November of 2021, also contributed $5000 to this project in his memory. The restoration of the skylight was a dream of his. A Middle School student, Phoenix Jacob, established a GOFUNDME page which contributed $903.22 to the skylight project. The total cost of the skylight project was $28,500.
Unlock the Power of Your Time:
Unlock the Power of Your Time:
Transform Your Library Today!
Transform Your Library Today!
Imagine the satisfaction of seeing perfectly organized shelves, the joy of a child discovering a newly barcoded book, the delight of a community gathered around a beautiful window display, or the warmth of sharing homemade treats at a library event. This isn't just a dream; it's an opportunity waiting for you!
Imagine the satisfaction of seeing perfectly organized shelves, the joy of a child discovering a newly barcoded book, the delight of a community gathered around a beautiful window display, or the warmth of sharing homemade treats at a library event. This isn't just a dream; it's an opportunity waiting for you!
Your library needs your unique talents and a few precious hours. Whether you're a meticulous organizer, a creative decorator, a baking whiz, or simply someone eager to lend a hand, your contribution will make a real difference.
Your library needs your unique talents and a few precious hours. Whether you're a meticulous organizer, a creative decorator, a baking whiz, or simply someone eager to lend a hand, your contribution will make a real difference.
We understand your time is valuable. That's why we invite you to volunteer on your own terms. Give what you can, when you can. Every moment you share enriches our community and strengthens our library.
We understand your time is valuable. That's why we invite you to volunteer on your own terms. Give what you can, when you can. Every moment you share enriches our community and strengthens our library.
Don't just be a patron, be a partner. Answer the call and become a vital part of the library's success. Your time and talents are the key to unlocking a brighter future for your library and your community. Call us today and discover how you can make a lasting impact!
Don't just be a patron, be a partner. Answer the call and become a vital part of the library's success. Your time and talents are the key to unlocking a brighter future for your library and your community. Call us today and discover how you can make a lasting impact!
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